Appendix O — TEMPORARY HAUNTED HOUSES,
Section O101
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California
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O101.1 Scope. These regulations shall apply to temporary¶
haunted houses, ghost walks or similar amusement uses, where decorative materials and confusing sounds and/or visual effects are present and shall be in accordance with this Appendix.
O101.2 Permits. An operational permit shall be required for¶
haunted houses, ghost walks or similar amusement uses in accordance with Appendix O101.2.
O101.2.1 Permit documents. The permit application shall include a dimensioned site plan and floor plan.
A site plan showing the following:
1. The proximity of the event building(s) to other struc- tures or hazardous areas.
2. The path of travel from the event building or area to the public way.
3. The location of exterior evacuation assembly points.
A floor plan showing the following:
1. Dimensions of the area being used (include total square footage, width and types of exits, aisles or interior exit pathways, etc.).
2. The path of travel shall include the layout of any mazes, mirrors or other display items that may con- fuse the egress paths.
3. A brief description of what will be depicted in each room or area along the walk or course, including the type of special effects to be utilized.
4. Location of exits, exit signs and emergency lighting.
5. Location of electrical panel(s) and light switches.
6. Identification of what the normal or prior use of the structure(s) being used is (i.e., auditorium, school, church, etc.).
7. Accessible egress routes.
8. When required, areas of refuge.
9. When required by Section 907.2.12, fire alarm panel location, manual fire alarm boxes and horn/strobe locations.
10. Portable fire extinguisher locations.
11. The location and fuel capacity of all generators .
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